Spring Tension Tie-Downs

[Dockmaster]

These were recommended on the FB Funco page so I ordered a set and will give them a try. From the videos and reviews they look pretty good. They will get a good test hauling my new car from Glamis back home to Oregon in a week.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQYQ63DH?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

 

[Vinsanity]

Curious to hear the results.

 

[Jtmoney714]

I would think strapping something with suspension straps that already has suspension will allow some extra movement.

 

[Dockmaster]

I would think strapping something with suspension straps that already has suspension will allow some extra movement.

I believe it is just the opposite. The spring keeps tension on the straps when the load bounces a bit on its suspension.

 

[rivermobster]

I would think strapping something with suspension straps that already has suspension will allow some extra movement.

Looks sketchy to me as well, but...

All the reviews on Amazon are 5 stars. There are only 60 some reviews, but that's pretty damn impressive nonetheless.

 

[Indian Joe]

Wheel nets

 

[Rockwood]

Anyone have much issue with loose straps? Since I’ve started using axle straps and spring clip ends, tied at the wheels, and not crossed, I haven’t had a strap come off. Sometimes they get a little loose, but I always stop at the same spot on my drive out to check straps, tires and wheel bearings.

500lb straps on weird shit? Yeah. Not on the buggy though.

I would think strapping something with suspension straps that already has suspension will allow some extra movement.

Should be tied at the wheel to prevent the suspension from being much of a factor.

 

[Reece Pettersen]

If you strap your car down to the arms or tires, straps will not come loose. I never strap a car to the chassis because as the suspension travels the straps loosen and tighten.

 

[JDMeister]

Back in the day, the "Bounce" seemed to degrade
the life span of the shocks. (Class 9 buggy in S.C.O.R.E.)
I rigged up a solid rack to stop the bounce.
Yes, it took more time, but seemed better for the shocks.

 

[Sand Shark]

Mac Tie wheel nets and never worry. They make custom sizes.

 

[Dockmaster]

I have wheel nets, the adjustable kind that fit just about any tire. I may end up using those but thought they might be a bit of a pain given the minimal clearance between the wheels and trailer sides and wheel wells but we'll see. I also have the Mac's straps with the heavily padded straps that go through the wheels. I don't think those will fit through the 3 piece wheels I got but we'll see. They will also scratch up the wheels if sand is there which is a certainty. I just figured I would try these spring tension straps to see if they work good. It will make it easier to use the tie-down points on the car if they work well. We'll see.

 

[rivermobster]

I have wheel nets, the adjustable kind that fit just about any tire. I may end up using those but thought they might be a bit of a pain given the minimal clearance between the wheels and trailer sides and wheel wells but we'll see. I also have the Mac's straps with the heavily padded straps that go through the wheels. I don't think those will fit through the 3 piece wheels I got but we'll see. They will also scratch up the wheels if sand is there which is a certainty. I just figured I would try these spring tension straps to see if they work good. It will make it easier to use the tie-down points on the car if they work well. We'll see.

Looking forward to the ride (tow) review.